Basic Background Information

Family info (spouse, children):

I've been married to my wife, Rosemary, for 25 years. We have a son, Joseph 22, and a daughter, Marlene 20.

In what year did you move to your community?

Have you ever been convicted of a felony:

No, nor any crime.

Educational background:

I graduated from Beach Channel HS in 1976. I then graduated from Queensborough CC with an Applied Science Degree. I attended Bernard M. Baruch college. I graduated from the NYC Police Academy in 1983, and graduated from the Indian River Police Academy in 1998. I have taken numerous Law Enforcement continuing education courses. I have also taken all of the required courses of study for the Florida Association of Counties Certified County Commissioner Program as well as the Advanced County Commissioner Program.

Current occupation/work history:

I have worked as a New York City police officer, Fire Safety Director, Security Director, Transportation Director and Manager on Duty of the Marriott Marquis in Times Square. I have served Indian River County as a Deputy Sheriff. As 'Deputy Joe' I have worked road patrol, crime prevention, recruitment, false alarm administration, crisis negotiation, and public information. Continuing in public service, I now serve as your County Commissioner in District 2.

Volunteer/Civic involvement:

As a member of St. Sebastian Church I am a Fourth Degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus. I am a member of the Holy Name Society.